NHTSA Complaint #11511484 — 2023 TESLA MODEL 3

SEATS issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11511484
Vehicle	2023 TESLA MODEL 3
Component	SEATS
Date of Incident	March 12, 2023
Date Filed	March 13, 2023
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	CA

Consumer Description

Brand new Tesla Model 3 delivered a week ago. Passenger seat, front inside mounting bolt is not tight. Corner of the seat rail can move up/down 1/8-1/4". Can't tell how well attached it is. Potential safety concern. Passenger side back seat cushion also exhibits up/down movement 1/8-1/4" but likely not a safety issue.

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